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California Spots for Political Geeks
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Bennett Rea
For my fellow politics nerds out there, this list takes you everywhere from President Taft's chair to a Black Power history exhibition.
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Grab a drink and have a seat in President Taft's massive chair
The Presidential Lounge
A fantastic example of presidential propaganda. Plus an Air Force One.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum
The Watergate section is a very interesting look at one of the most complicated, insane U.S. presidents.
The Richard Nixon Library & Museum
You can actually take an elevator all the way to the top of the building for a beautiful view
Los Angeles City Hall
Looks like a mini White House
San Buenaventura City Hall
Gorgeous, famed City Hall in SF
San Francisco City Hall
Pretty chill nation
Consulate of The Republic of Slowjamastan - San Diego
Where the $$$$ was made
The San Francisco Mint
A park with a radical history
People's Park
Small but mighty museum of LGBTQ+ history/politics
GLBT Historical Society Museum
Nixon's college, Whittier has artifacts from many significant politicians and leaders
Whittier College
Go for the ongoing Black Power exhibit
Oakland Museum of California (OMCA)
There's also a garden on-site and history about the famed labor activist
Cesar E. Chavez National Monument
If you've never been to D.C., some of the buildings and features will get you as close as possible without hopping on a plane.
Capitol Park - California State Capitol Museum
Beautiful architecture in the state's capital, and one of the few reasons (sorry, Sacramento) to make the trek out there.
Governor's Mansion State Historic Park
